We stumbled across Artevistas Gallery as we wondered through Barcelona--falling in love with a…read morepicture displayed in the front window. The piece was large and expensive (although very well-priced for the quality and size), and my husband and I weren't quite ready to make a decision. We were also nervous to deal with a business we had no knowledge of, involving significant funds and shipping overseas. We talked to one of the gallery associates, Chimera, who took my email address and said she would email me a photo of the piece as we considered its purchase. Chimera followed through exactly as she said she would. She made the process so seamless and took the fear out of buying a rather expensive item while traveling in a foreign country and getting it efficiently and safely transported. It arrived in less time than expected in perfect condition, and we are thrilled with the entire transaction.

From the owner: The Artevistas Art Gallery was born in 2007 with the ambition to help everyone discover the rich…read morediversity of contemporary art, and share with them our passion, our emotions. Our gallery specializes in the promotion of young talents, and we are betting that many of the artists we support will be the great talents of tomorrow. Contemporary, our collection includes over 800 original works, including paintings, drawings, photographs, sculptures. The collection is being renewed constantly. More than 50 artists, emerging or more established, work with us, and constitute an eclectic set of styles, techniques and universes. The uniqueness of each artist, his or her own absolutely recognizable identity, is one of our key selection criteria. Artevistas Gallery took up residence at number 4 of Passatge del Credit, a unique and iconic place for its architectural interest, located between Las Ramblas and Sant Jaume Square, in the same building where painter Joan Miró was born.

Wandering through the maze that is Barcelona, I came across this art gallery. The gentleman (of…read morewhich I can't remember his name now since I've waited over a month to write this!) was incredibly helpful and patient. I came home with 3 pieces, but could have easily purchased more had I had room in my luggage. I purchased 3 of the small box frames displaying street art and absolutely love them! One was intended as a gift, but it fit too perfectly in my display. My next time to BCN, I will definitely be back for more.

While I initially was thrilled with this art gallery, I have recently learned that a lot of the art…read moreis replicated from small artists without their permission. I'm all for being a conscious consumer, so even though I enjoyed visiting the gallery- when I learned about the owner's practices I was disappointed and can no longer recommend this business. Most of the art consists of photographs of Barcelona that are set into deep frames, and then cut and styled so that the image has a 3-d element to it-- this is a common style of art I have seen around Barcelona (for cheaper than Maxó's 23€ too) so these pieces are probably original?

Hard to miss and it's huge Beautiful museum…read more It's Catalonian which Barcelona has this divided populations and language and even politics and laws But nonetheless it's a great place to wander around

Looking up from Plaça d'Espanya toward the Montjuïc area, the classical Italian facade of the Museu…read moreNacional d'Art de Catalunya sits atop a hill like an elaborate crown perched on a pedestal. You can't miss it. Walking by, if you weren't sure what building this was, you'd google it for sure. Taking the direct route from the traffic roundabout (and nearest metro station, as well as many bus stops) to the front entrance entails many stairs. Plan a good 10 minutes to walk up, that is if you don't stop for photos along the way. From the side streets, where I came from, there is the option of outdoor escalators (how novel! I haven't seen many outdoor ones before) for part of the trek upwards. Upon entering the ticket counter is to the left/center right inside the door, there is the option to purchase online though I bought them in person and it took only a few minutes with no line on a Friday in September. The ground floor lobby is right beyond the counters and provides direct access to the 6 main areas of the museum - Medieval Gothic art, Medieval Romanesque art, Renaissance and Baroque art, Modern art, Numismatics (coins and medals), and the main auditorium/atrium which also contains the cafe and a massive pipe organ. The exhibits were very thorough and for the most part chronological. I was impressed by their extensive Romanesque fresco collection and maintenance, and also enjoyed the modern art and Art Nouveau/Art Deco furniture collection. Walking around the total museum can easily take 2-3 hours, more if you want to read all the descriptions. The museum attendants are quite detailed in checking your tickets at the entry of each exhibition hall. Larger bags and backpacks must be carried in front of you not on your back. Bathrooms are available. Parking for cars and buses is also available though aside from tour groups it looked like majority of patrons walked there.

Very original artwork at unusually reasonable prices. Ana Yael's work is showcased and much of it…read moreis whimsical and beautiful. But there are many other artists showcased. Going to her shop was one of the highlights of our trip to Barcelona.

I am a huge fan of Antoni Tapies and his work and I was very excited to be in Barcelona for the…read morefirst time just so I could see this place. I'm happy to say that it was worth the trip! If you are a fan of Tapies or of any form of abstract expressionism, you will not be disappointed. Admission is 10 Euro. The gallery is small but is well laid out on 3 levels with a tiny rooftop area. I wish more works had been on display, but what was on view was fantastic. The museum rotates their exhibits 4 times per year but each one presents a good overview of Tapies' works. This particular display (Exhibition #3) featured several of the artist's early surrealist drawings, a few bronze sculptures and paintings that spanned several decades (from the 1940s to present). The exhibit illustrated the evolution of Tapies' techniques and showcased his ability to create inspired works with varied materials. The artwork here is breathtaking. I had only seen a few very small canvas works at some U.S. art museums and I was overwhelmed with the sheer size of some of the works on display here (they are really larger than life). They are absolutely stunning! Although the museum is small, I easily spent 3 hours here and could've stayed even longer in contemplation. The museum also had a screening of a documentary on Tapies that was included in the admission cost. The museum gift shop is top notch with all sorts of great items for art lovers on a budget (postcards run about 1 Euro each, notecards are around 5 Euro, t-shirts 20 Euro; while you can get gorgeous lithographs, silk scarves and more if you are willing to drop a lot of money). I purchased a few notecards, postcards, a t-shirt and a full color book with selected art for about 32 Euro total. My husband, who is not an art lover, was not very impressed with this place. He really tried to enjoy the art but just kept saying "I don't get it." I know that Tapies is an aquired taste but even if you aren't a fan, this museum is worth a visit just to see works by one of the most influential Spanish artists. And if you are a fan like me, you will be in pure art heaven!

Don't miss this. Was the highlight of my last visit to Barcelona. The rooftop is a lovely place to…read moreread. The galleries are relatively small, but the upside is that you can concentrate on the works without feeling rushed. Makes for a lovely afternoon.

I made an appointment for today just to get a cut and really get something that frames my face well…read morewhile visiting barcelona from san francisco, on a business trip. Full disclosure, I had every intent of leaving my greys and coming to terms that it would be a trying process. When I saw Giovanni was from Italy, I thought maybe I'd have a little easier time to communicate. And.. what followed, was this.. a stylist who really understood how to make the best of my hair without too much explanation, immediately was able to address my unvoiced concerns without being pushy (but also was honest and told me that the growout was a little harsh and what we could do). Sleep deprived, and several coffees in, he went to work: balanced my color, blended the grey, noted the parting and how I like to wear my hair behind my ears. I do not exaggerate, that when I saw the final product, I nearly shed happy tears. I felt utterly transformed and cannot wait to come back. Grazie Giovanni!! Ala promissima..

I am a New Yorker who lives in Switzerland, visiting Barcelona. My hair was over…read moreprocessed/discolored from my salon in Switzerland, so I wanted to get it fixed while here- and OH MY!!! I wish I could fly here every month to have my hair done at Opera. Abel worked magic, advising me on how to adjust my blonde to better suit my complexion. He was so attentive to details, he also adjusted my brows to suit my gorgeous new hair. I also had my hair cut while in and just love the results. The team is fun and caring, while also being safe. Chairs were sprayed down and wiped, everyone wore gloves and masks, and they even gave me a new mask at the end of service. I am very VERY happy with my experience. I feel like a better version of myself...

This business is now Cosmos…read more The staff is super nice! Attentive and comfortable with Catalonian, Spanish and English. Super clean location. The orange juice was nice and pulpy. Flat white was perfectly made with nice robust coffee flavor. All together a great coffee shop!

Hola!! This is a cool and hipster local cafe, in the center of Barcelona and right next to the…read moreUniversity. Their espresso and cappuccino here was fantastic. If you're a coffee connoisseur, you will love it here. They also serve light snacks, and great selections of local beers and desserts. There are seating outside for dining al fresco. Most patrons here are locals and mostly students from the University of Barcelona. Great place to hangout, chill with friends, or a nice area to study. Cheers!

If you are an architecture buff like my husband and I, consider a visit to Antoni Gaudi's Casa…read moreMila, aka La Pedrera. We did the nighttime tour on the first night of our honeymoon and it was spectacular. A great start to our trip and a truly architecturally magical evening we will never forget. From the light show on the truly unique rooftop facades to ending in the courtyard with a glass of cava.

This house has easy online ticket purchase and plenty of open hours. The view from the roof is…read moreawesome, and the architectural models upstairs are fascinating. I'm honestly not the biggest fan of Gaudi so I don't find this house to be a must-see in Spain for travelers, especially for €25 entry.